TMote vs Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TMote
This utility app enables remote control of applications over Wi-Fi using touch input from an iPhone or iPad. It receives NDI streams and sends TUIO events via OSC, allowing for custom control interfaces without dedicated GUIs.
- NDI stream reception
- TUIO event sending via OSC
- Wi-Fi remote control
- Customizable control interfaces
- iOS device integration
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TMote receives NDI® streams and sends back TUIO events via OSC in response to touches. In this way, it allows you to create applications that can be remote controlled (via wifi) without having to implement a separate GUI for your iPhone or iPad. An implementation exists for Touchdesigner (by derivative) and can be downloaded here https://forum.derivative.ca/t/remote-controlling-touchdesigner-from-ios-devices/239406/39 Additionally, an Open Source example server for MacOS can be found here: https://github.com/mji1983/TMoteSampleServer/
Control
Transform your mobile device into a versatile network command center. Control smart home devices, send custom commands, and manage your network with a single tap. Features include HTTP server, MIDI control, and collaborative grids.
- HTTP Server capabilities
- Bluetooth MIDI control
- Multi-protocol command sending
- Customizable grid layouts
- Action chaining
- Real-time collaboration
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Control-It turns your iPhone or iPad into a pocket-sized command center for everything on your network. Toggle your lights, open your garage, send HTTP requests, or dispatch MIDI messages—all with a single tap and zero extra hardware. Now with HTTP Server capabilities, MIDI sessions and MIDI input and a Bluetooth MIDI Bridge, Control-It is more powerful than ever. What You Can Do - NEW: HTTP Server: Turn your device into a powerful server to trigger actions remotely via simple HTTP requests. - NEW: MIDI Engine: Seamlessly connect and control Bluetooth MIDI devices without cables. - NEW: Bluetooth Bridge: Not on the same WIFI network as your other devices? Setup a Bluetooth Bridge and control devices without WIFI. - Collaborative Grids: Sync grids instantly with your team. Real-time collaboration is now faster and more reliable. - Multi-Protocol Control: Fire commands over HTTP, TCP, UDP, OSC, and MIDI. - Grid Builder: Create custom layouts for fast, organized control. - Chain Actions: Trigger entire sequences of commands with a single button press. - Smart Responses: Parse & display HTTP responses using JSONPath rules. Why You’ll Love It - Fresh New Look: A modernized, sleek user interface designed for clarity and ease of use. - 100% Free: No subscriptions, no paywalls, and no "Pro" tiers. Every feature is yours, forever. - Instant: Commands leave the phone the moment you tap. - Adaptable: Mix protocols, layouts, and workflows to fit shows, studios, and living rooms alike. - Mobile-First: Built for dark stages, full hands, and those who need reliable tools on the go. - Community-Driven: Upload your grids and actions to the "Shop" or find new ones made by others in the community. Grow with Us Control-It was born backstage, between camera cuts, lighting cues, and last-minute changes. It’s created by a Production Director and made for anyone who needs tools that simply work. Have an idea? Email the Developer with your requests. Privacy Policy: https://micah1crandell.github.io/control_it/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://micah1crandell.github.io/control_it/terms.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: Control at 3 against TMote's 1. TMote's advantage is iOS requirement (13.5 vs 17). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for TMote against 5.0 for Control. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.
| Parameter | TMote | Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.5 — better | 17 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Michael Ilardi | Micah Crandell |
Customer experience
TMote
Control
In-app purchases
TMote
No in-app purchases
Control
No in-app purchases








